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British International School Hanoi (BIS) holds graduation ceremony for class of 2025

A representative of BIS shared: “The school is delighted with the academic achievements and personal development of a group of students who have matured and bonded together for many years. One-third of this year's graduates have been studying at the school for more than 10 years. The graduation ceremony is a meaningful milestone, an opportunity for them to look back on their challenging learning journey in an international curriculum that combines the UK National Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme.”

The graduation ceremony was attended by British Ambassador to Vietnam Iain Frew. Ambassador Iain Frew gave an inspirational speech to the students: “Schools like BIS are the embodiment of international partnership, global collaboration and international education . With high academic standards, a rich school culture, and a commitment to nurturing a generation of mature, ethical and empowered young people.”

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British Ambassador to Vietnam Iain Frew speaks at the graduation ceremony of BIS Hanoi

Ambassador Iain Frew encouraged students to take the values ​​they have developed at BIS Hanoi with them on their new journey to prestigious global universities in the UK, Vietnam and many other countries.

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The Class of 2025 graduates march at the Commencement Ceremony

Heidy Cho, a 2022 alumnus, was also present at the ceremony to share her experiences after graduating from BIS Hanoi. Heidy is currently studying at the University of Southern California (USA), majoring in History with minors in Psychology and Law. After completing her undergraduate degree, Heidy hopes to continue her studies at a law school to pursue a career as a lawyer.

Heidy Cho shared with her juniors: “As you prepare to enter the next chapter of your lives, I urge you to be open and ready to embrace this big change. Try everything, meet new people, be prepared to fail, and be prepared to embrace success – because it will come.”

Heidy also emphasized the perseverance that the IB program has trained students: “If we have all overcome the challenges of the IB program, there is nothing that we cannot do if we are determined to do it.”

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An Bao (Brian), valedictorian of the class of 2025 at BIS Hanoi, speaks at the graduation ceremony

As one of the 10 graduates this year who have been with BIS Hanoi for 13 years, An Bao (Brian), valedictorian of the class of 2025, shared emotionally: “We started studying at this school as children - bewildered and clumsy. But today, we leave as young adults, although sometimes we still do not know everything we need to do, but we have the strength to face all the challenges ahead.”

According to the school representative, the graduates have completed the IB exam and are waiting for the exam results, which are expected to be announced in early July 2025. In the meantime, they have received more than 150 early admission offers from prestigious universities around the world , such as: University College London - UCL, University of Edinburgh, King's College London (UK), Boston University (USA), University of Sydney (Australia), University of Hong Kong and Waseda University (Japan).

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is the world’s leading post-16 education programme. Recognized by over 5,000 prestigious universities in over 100 countries, the IB Diploma Programme at BIS Hanoi helps students excel in academics, personal development and creativity.

To learn more about the International Baccalaureate Program at BIS Hanoi: https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/ or contact Hoa Lan, Vinhomes Riverside Urban Area, Long Bien, Hanoi, hotline 02439460435 (extension 888) - 0888602022 (Zalo), or email bishanoi@bishanoi.com.

Bich Dao

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/bis-ha-noi-to-chuc-le-tot-nghiep-cho-hoc-sinh-khoa-2025-2414028.html